There are 18 Black-owned banks in the U.S., half that existed a decade and a half ago. A new movement
is under way to help those that are left to survive—and even thrive.
Bill Winston was the chairman of Covenant Bank, which served a largely poor and Black community on
Chicago’s West Side before failing in 2013. ‘The little guys don’t have a shot.’
We would like to thank you, our internet viewing audience, for joining us for corporate prayer temporarily available online during the time of Covid restrictions. Our season of broadcasting this prayer is over. We will no longer be airing pre-service prayer on Sundays and Wednesdays. Please be encouraged to follow Jesus’ instructions in prayer, which He promises will bear much fruit:
Matthew 6:6 “But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.”
If you would like materials on how to pray, please visit
MIGHTY MEN OF VALOUR VIRTUAL MEN'S FELLOWSHIP ON FEBRUARY 5, 2021 WITH DR. BILL WINSTON
As we dive deeper into the Word, you will be empowered to be the leader God created you to be! Limited seating in the Main Sanctuary will be available. For those who cannot attend in person, this event will be livestreamed, beginning at 7:00 PM. Registration is required for in-person and online attendance.
ARE YOU READY TO TAKE YOUR FAITH HIGHER?
In times like these, there's only one thing we can put our trust in—our God! How do we do that? By faith! Join us online for our first-ever virtual Faith Refresher, February 10-12, 2021. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your faith to a higher level than you've ever experienced before! Limited in-person seating will also be available. Registration is required.
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Ministry Update as of Monday, December 30, 2020
New Year’s Eve Service
Please join us on Thursday, December 31 for Living Word Christian Center’s 2020 New Year’s Eve Celebration.
The celebration, which begins at 10:00 p.m. (CST) and ends shortly after midnight, will include:
Praise and Worship 2020 Year-end Review Exciting Prize Giveaways Musical Artist Micah Stampley Message by Dr. Bill Winston NYE Countdown Communion
Let’s close 2020 together with praise and thanksgiving, and usher in 2021 with joyful expectation of God’s manifold blessings!
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Ministry Update as of Monday, December 21, 2020
New Year’s Eve Service
Your health and safety is our top priority. Therefore, Living Word is re-evaluating the decision to allow limited, in-person attendance at our New Year’s Eve (NYE) Celebration.
The New Year’s Eve Celebration will be live-streamed from 10:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Ministry Update as of Tuesday, November 24, 2020
Christmas Toy Drive Virtual Event
First-ever online Living Word Christian Center toy drive! It's never been easier—You just pick out the toy(s) you want to donate from our Amazon Smile registry and pay online. The toys will be delivered by the church to children of Living Word members who are going through difficult times. Plus, you will be supporting LWCC as an Amazon Smile charity who donates a small percentage of each purchase to the church. Thank you for your generosity.
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Ministry Update as of Tuesday, October 16, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
WHEN: Friday, October 16 and Saturday, October 31
TIME: 11:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Living Word Christian Center 7600 Roosevelt Road Church Parking Lot
DETAILS:
900 grocery boxes containing fresh produce, dairy goods, and meat
People can drive-up or walk-up to receive groceries.
If you drive, volunteers will place the groceries in your trunk. No need to leave your car.
Recipients must be present to receive groceries; food boxes will not be set aside for later pick-up.
For more information, please call 708-697-5365 Call us at 708-697-5365 or visit www.billwinston.org
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Ministry Update as of Tuesday, Sept 15, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
Dr. Bill Winston Statement Regarding
Brother Kenneth Copeland’s Remarks
During the 2020 International Faith Conference
This ministry has hosted our annual faith conference with these same speakers for more than twenty years. These speakers have proven each year to be good messengers of the gospel of
Jesus Christ and the Word of faith. I have never used my pulpit for political purposes and I will continue that policy and position.
If a political statement has been said from my pulpit, please let’s not get distracted. The mission of this ministry and these faith conferences is for one purpose only – to build your
faith in the Word of God and to get those who don’t know Jesus Christ saved and born again.
This is your week of manifestation! Please don’t let anyone or anything steal your victory that is coming to you this week.
Dr. Bill Winston
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Ministry Update as of Thursday, Aug 05, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
The beginning of the school year can be financially challenging for many families, so please join your Living Word family in blessing a child with new school supplies.
To obtain a copy of the “Supplies to Sow” list, please review pdf below. The focus of this year’s drive is to provide backpacks for children who need them. All supplies can be dropped off in the large bin located in the church Gallery.
If your family needs help with school supplies this year, please call the Member Care Department at (708) 697-6190 by Monday, August 17, 2020. We are here for you!
Living Word’s Annual School Supply Drive runs through Sunday, August 30.
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Ministry Update as of Monday, July 02, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
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Ministry Update as of Thursday, June 12, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
LIVING WORD CHRISTIAN CENTER REOPENING PLAN
Living Word Christian Center will have two in-person worship services this Sunday, June 14, at 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. We also are increasing the seating capacity for each service to 120 people.
To give everyone who desires the opportunity to attend one in-person service at Living Word during Phase 1, we have limited each person to a one-time registration during this initial phase. Therefore, if you attended in-person last Sunday, we invite you to continue to worship with us online. We all look forward to when these safety restrictions will no longer be required.
Our online services will be live streamed at 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m., and re-
aired at 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Living Word’s guidelines for reopening in-person worship services will be
measured and cautious, starting with Phase 1 through the month of June. (See
Phase 1 Reopening Guidelines below.) As our local, state and federal
governments publish updated safety protocols, we will move to our next phase
and relax certain requirements as appropriate.
Canaanand Kidz 4 Christ and Go Hard for Christ Youth Ministry
Canaanland Kidz 4 Christ and Go Hard for Christ Youth Ministry will reopen in
a later phase to safeguard our children and youth. Sometimes “social
distancing” can be a difficult concept for young people to understand, and an
even harder concept to follow with the excitement of reuniting with friends and
church family after so many weeks away.
Additionally, parents should not bring their children to service in the
Sanctuary. During Phase 1, children will not be allowed to attend in-person
services with their parents or guardian.
Your Safety is Our First Priority
We know that everyone, including our Pastor and staff, is excited to come back
as soon as possible. As we return, we can expect that our fellowship with each
other will at first look a little different, at least for a while. But, like the rest of the community, once we reach the later phases of our reopening, we anticipate
that our in-person gatherings will feel the same as before the virus.
To keep everyone as safe as possible, our plans call for specific precautions. We
are completely disinfecting and sanitizing our facility and modifying those parts
of our services that require physical contact, such as passing the offering
buckets and greeting each other with handshakes or hugs. And, as stated
above, to ensure our compliance with in-door gathering guidelines, online
registration will be required to attend in-person.
Our prayer is that even though you will see more face masks and a lot more
hand sanitizer when you return in person, you will still feel at home. Because
you are!
In closing, we understand that some members and visitors may not yet feel
comfortable returning to in-person services. And that’s okay. If this describes
you, please know that we love and support you, and welcome you to continue
joining us online. If we can assist you while at home, please call our Member
Care office at 708-697-6190 or email membercaredept@livingwd.org.
Thank you for your compliance with these temporary precautions. We
appreciate your prayers of support and look forward to worshiping with you as
a church family very soon.
Phase 1 Reopening Guidelines
June 7, 2020 through June 30, 2020
Reopening Date: Sunday, June 7
Members and Friends
Registration and RSVP Required
Access to Gallery, Restrooms Sanctuary Only
Children will not be allowed for in-person
services in the Sanctuary.
Children’s Church and Youth Ministry will not
re-open during Phase 1.
Social Distancing:
At least Six Feet Apart; Wear Face Masks
At - Risk Population:
Stay at home; join services online
Maximum Capacity:
100 Attendees in Sanctuary
Worship Services:
7:00 a.m. In-Person and Online
9:00 a.m. Online
11:30 a.m. Re-air of Service
2:00 p.m. Re-air of Service
Wednesday Night Bible Study:
Online Only
Canaanland Kidz 4 Christ:
Will reopen in a later phase
Go Hard for Christ Youth Ministry:
Online via Social Media
External Events:
Cancelled Until Further Notice
Foundation Classes
Online Only
(Source: COVID-19: State Guidelines for Places of Worship and Providers of Religious Services;
Governor JB Pritzker)
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Ministry Update as of Thursday, April 23, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
Joseph Business School
Join Dr. Bill Winston on Saturday, April 25 as he teaches the online class Life As A Christian Entrepreneur.
Date: April 25, 2020
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Cost: $50
Ministry Update as of Monday, April 13, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
Joseph Business School
The new start date for the Spring Cohort of 2020 is now May 2. JBS will be conducting two virtual information sessions this week to recruit additional applicants and share how the school will start the cohort virtually.
The Illinois SBDC-ITC-PTAC at the Joseph Center is hosting weekly update seminars to provide up to date information about available loans and grants available to help small businesses impacted by Covid-19. These sessions include eligibility and filing requirements, use of proceeds, loan requirements and terms as well as any program updates.
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Ministry Update as of Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
Global Communion on Resurrection Sunday, April 12
Join us online for Resurrection Sunday on April 12 as viewers around the world will take holy communion together and decree the finished works of Jesus Christ all over the earth.
Our Resurrection Sunday services will be held online at https://service.livingwd.org/ and on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and ROKU.
Service times*:
Livestreaming at 7 a.m. and 9 a.m.
Re-air of the 9 a.m. service at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
on or before before Wednesday, April 8 to guarantee arrival before Sunday, April 12. Orders placed after April 8 are not guaranteed to arrive on time.
Communion cups curbside pickup from Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafés (RCB) on Saturday, April 11, has been canceled.
Don't have a communion cup? You can still join us by substituting with your home communion elements (crackers, or bread, and juice.)
We look forward to worshipping with you on Resurrection Sunday.
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Ministry Update as of Monday, April 6, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
Joseph Business School
Business help during COVID-19!
The Illinois SBDC-ITC-PTAC at the Joseph Center is hosting weekly update seminars to provide up to date information about available loans and grants available to help small businesses impacted by Covid-19.
These sessions include eligibility and filing requirements, use of proceeds, loan requirements and terms as well as any program updates.
Online viewers around the world will take holy communion together and decree the finished works of Jesus Christ all over the earth.
Our Resurrection Sunday services will be held online via live.livingwd.organdon our other social media outlets.
Service times*:
Livestreaming at 7 a.m. and 9 a.m.
Re-air of the 9 a.m. service at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Online services are available in Spanish.
Polish translation is not available online
*Any changes to these service times will be announced before Sunday, April 12.
For Communion Cups:
For local residents (in Chicagoland area), communion cups will be available for curbside pick-up at Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafés(RCB) on:
Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturday, April 11 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafés (RCB) is located at 7610 Roosevelt Rd, Forest Park, Illinois 60130 (in the Forest Park Plaza).
For non-local residents (and local residents who would like to order online), communion cups will be available on the RCB website at www.royalchristianbookstores.com.
Online orders will be shipped promptly. Orders must be placed before Wednesday, April 8 to guarantee arrival before Sunday, April 12. Orders placed after April 8 are not guaranteed to arrive on time.
For more details, please call Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafés at 708-697-5333 during the following hours of operation:
Sunday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Wednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Ministry Update as of Sunday, April 5, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
Global Communion on Resurrection Sunday, April 12
Online viewers around the world will take holy communion together and decree the finished works of Jesus Christ all over the earth.
Our Resurrection Sunday services will be held online via live.livingwd.organdon our other social media outlets.
Service times*:
Livestreaming at 7 a.m. and 9 a.m.
Re-air of the 9 a.m. service at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Online services are available in Spanish.
Polish translation is not available online
*Any changes to these service times will be announced before Sunday, April 12.
For Communion Cups:
For local residents (in Chicagoland area), communion cups will be available for curbside pick-up at Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafés(RCB) on:
Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturday, April 11 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafés (RCB) is located at 7610 Roosevelt Rd, Forest Park, Illinois 60130 (in the Forest Park Plaza).
For non-local residents (and local residents who would like to order online), communion cups will be available on the RCB website at www.royalchristianbookstores.com.
Orders must be placed before Wednesday, April 8 to guarantee arrival before Sunday, April 12.
For more details, please call Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafés at 708-697-5333
Living Word Christian Center (LWCC)
The Member Care department has suspended in-person services until further notice. The department is creatively using technology, wherever possible, to better serve LWCC members and visitors.
To speak with a Member Care Representative, please call 708-697-6190 or email membercaredept2@livingwd.org., Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.,
Bill Winston Ministries (BWM)
The BWM Prayer Call Center will be temporarily reducing its hours to Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and will be closed on weekends until further notice
Joseph Business School (JBS)
All classes and workshops are available for registration at http://member.jbs.edu/events.
The SBDC is open and available for virtual appointments.
School of Ministry (SOM)
SOM classes for the Spring Quarter will be offered online at https://lwsom.org. The Spring Quarter begins April 13 and ends June 8, with a week break for the Memorial Day holiday. For more information,
please call the School of Ministry office at 708-697-5309
For more details, please call Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafés at 708-697-5333 during the following hours of operation:
Sunday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Wednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Ministry Update as of Sunday, April 5, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
School of Ministry Spring Quarter Classes
Classes for the Spring Quarter will be offered online at https://lwsom.org/
Spring Quarter begins April 13 and end June 8, with a week break for the Memorial Day holiday.
The class schedule with the instructors is on the website.
For more information, students can call the School of Ministry office at 708-697-5309.
Global Communion on Resurrection Sunday, April 12
Online viewers around the world will take holy communion together and decree the finished works of Jesus Christ all over the earth.
Our Resurrection Sunday services will be held online vialive.livingwd.organdon our other social media outlets.
Service times*:
Livestreaming at 7 a.m. and 9 a.m.
Re-air of the 9 a.m. service at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Online services are available in Spanish.
Polish translation is not available online
*Any changes to these service times will be announced before Sunday, April 12.
For Communion Cups:
For local residents (in Chicagoland area), communion cups will be available for curbside pick-up at Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafés(RCB) on:
Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturday, April 11 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafés (RCB) is located at 7610 Roosevelt Rd, Forest Park, Illinois 60130 (in the Forest Park Plaza).
For non-local residents (and local residents who would like to order online), communion cups will be available on the RCB website at www.royalchristianbookstores.com.
Online orders will be shipped promptly. Orders must be placed before Wednesday, April 8 to guarantee arrival before Sunday, April 12. Orders placed after April 8 are not guaranteed to arrive on time.
For more details, please call Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafés at 708-697-5333 during the following hours of operation:
Sunday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Wednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Thursday, April 2, 2020
Global Communion on Resurrection Sunday, April 12
Online viewers around the world will take holy communion together and decree the finished works of Jesus Christ all over the earth.
Our Resurrection Sunday services will be held online via live.livingwd.org live.livingwd.org and on our other social media outlets.
Service times*:
Livestreaming at 7 a.m. and 9 a.m.
Re-air of the 9 a.m. service at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Online services are available in Spanish.
Polish translation is not available online
*Any changes to these service times will be announced before Sunday, April 12.
For Communion Cups:
For local residents (in Chicagoland area), communion cups will be available for curbside pick-up at Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafés (RCB) on:
Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturday, April 11 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafés (RCB) is located at 7610 Roosevelt Rd, Forest Park, Illinois 60130 (in the Forest Park Plaza).
For non-local residents (and local residents who would like to order online), communion cups will be available on the RCB website at www.royalchristianbookstores.com
Online orders will be shipped promptly. Orders must be placed before Wednesday, April 8 to guarantee arrival before Sunday, April 12. Orders placed after April 8 are not guaranteed to arrive on time.
Online ordering options are:
Box of 3 communion cups $2.00
Box of 6 communion cups $3.59
Box of 100 communion cups $27.99
For more details, please call Royal Christian Bookstores and Cafés at 708-697-5333 during the following hours of operation:
Sunday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Wednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
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Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
Online Wednesday Night Bible Study
Join us TONIGHT (April 1) online for a SPECIAL MIRACLE HEALING SERVICE with Dr. Bill Winston starting at 6:30 p.m. CST, with anointed worship by the Living Word praise team.
Our online Corporate Prayer will be livestreamed at 5:15 p.m. prior to the online healing service.
Don't miss this opportunity to stay strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. See you online!
Online Sunday Services
The live stream of Sunday Worship Services at 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. are also offered in Spanish. The 9:00 a.m. live service is also re-aired in Spanish at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Click here https://service.livingwd.org/ and select the Spanish language option.
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Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
Online Sunday Services
The live stream of Sunday Worship Services at 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. are also offered in Spanish. The 9:00 a.m. live service is also re-aired in Spanish at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
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Thursday, March 26, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
Living Word Christian Center
Effective March 23, 2020, the Member Care department is suspending in-person services and will creatively use technology, where possible, to better serve LWCC members and visitors.
If you need to speak with a Member Care Representative, phone lines are open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 708-697-6190 or by email at membercaredept2@livingwd.org
Bill Winston Ministries
The BWM Prayer Call Center will be temporarily reducing its hours to Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and will be closed on weekends until further notice.
Joseph Business School
The current class for the JBS campus program will resume on Saturday, March 28, 2020 using a virtual platform.
JBS is launching a new blog on Friday, March 27, 2020. Visit JBS.edu to access.
The SBDC is open and available for virtual appointments.
For those businesses impacted by COVID-19, registration is still open for this Friday’s (3/27) webinars about resources, loans, and grants available for small businesses.
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Monday, March 23, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
Online Classes and Services:
Current School of Ministry (SOM) students are asked to check their emails on Monday, March 23, 2020 for information about class assignments. For any questions, please call Joyce Davis at 708-697-5388.
Joseph Business School (JBS) Campus Program Fall cohort will have their first online class on March 28. The new start date for the Spring Class is now May 2 (previously April 4).
All JBS classes workshops except for Introduction to Computers will be available online.
Our business counselors at the SBDC, ITC, and PTAC are available for online consultation. To learn more visit us at jbs.edu. For upcoming events, you can visit member.jbs.edu/events
Intercessory Prayer Classes are currently not offered online.
Men’s Fellowship Online for March 27 is now postponed.
Online Sunday Services
Spanish Translation of Online Sunday Services at 7:00 am and 9:00am will be offered starting Sunday, March 29, 2020.
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Important Service Update
Sunday, March 22, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, ministry events and operations:
Online Sunday Services
Spanish Translation of Online Sunday Services at 7:00 am and 9:00am will be offered starting Sunday, March 29, 2020
Online Classes and Services:
School of Ministry classes will be available online starting tomorrow, Monday, March 23,2020
Joseph Business School (JBS) Campus Program Fall cohort will have their first online class on March 28. The new start date for the Spring Class is now May 2 (previously April 4).
All JBS classes workshops except for Introduction to Computers will be available online.
Our business counselors at the SBDC, ITC, and PTAC are available for online consultation. To learn more visit us at jbs.edu. For upcoming events, you can visit member.jbs.edu/events
Intercessory Prayer Classes are currently not offered online
Men’s Fellowship Online for March 27 is now postponed.
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Saturday, March 21, 2020
Here is today’s update about worship services, events, and ministry operations
Sunday Worship Services will be online ONLY. No on-campus services. Please join us at live.livingwd.org, Facebook, Youtube, Periscope or Roku.
Join us for the livestream at 7:00 am and 9:00 a.m
The earlier services will re-air at 11:00 am and 1:00 p.m
Corporate Prayer will beonline from 6:00 a.m. to 6:45 a.m
Wednesday Night Bible Study is online only at 6:30 p.m. with Corporate prayer at 5:15 p.m. Join us at live.livingwd.org, Facebook, Youtube, Periscope or Roku.
Men’s Fellowship Online for March 27 is now postponed.
Online Classes and Services
All JBS classes and workshops except for Introduction to Computers will be available online.
Our business counselors at the SBDC, ITC, and PTAC are available for online comsultation. To learn more visit JBS.edu for upcoming events, you can visit member.JBS.edu/events
Intercessory Prayer Classes are currently not offered online.
Here is today’s update about worship services, events, and ministry operations
Sunday Worship Services will be online ONLY No on-campus services. Please join us at live.livingwd.org, Facebook, Youtube, Periscope or Roku.
Join us for the livestream at 7:00 am and 9:00 a.m
View a rebroadcast at 11:00 am and 1:00 p.m
Corporate Prayer will beonline from 6:00 a.m. to 6:45 a.m
Wednesday Night Bible Study is online only at 6:30 p.m. with Corporate prayer at 5:15 p.m. Join us at live.livingwd.org, Facebook, Youtube, Periscope or Roku.
Men’s Fellowship Online for March 27 is now postponed.
In order to comply with the latest recommendations of the CDC and government authorities regarding public gatherings, Living Word Christian Center has taken the following steps until further notice:
Wednesday Night Bible Study with Dr. Bill Winston:
Wednesday Night Bible Study is NOW ONLINE ONLY at 6:30 p.m. with Corporate prayer at 5:15 p.m. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay strong in the Lord and the power of His might. Join us at live.livingwd.org, Facebook, Youtube, Periscope or Roku.
Living Word Christian Center Volunteer Meetings, Classes, Events and Activities:
All church events, classes, workshops and volunteer activities including children's church and youth services have been cancelled at this time. Please contact Member Care for details on any planned funerals or memorial services. Harvest 365 Restaurant & Fresh Grill is offering pick-up and delivery (via GrubHub) only. Restaurant dine-in is closed. JBS-SBDC/SBA offices are also closed.
Living Word Christian Center / Bill Winston Ministries Offices:
LWCC and BWM offices remain open at this time. Our Bill Winston Ministries Prayer Call Center is open Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Saturday - Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you have a prayer need, please call: 877- 543-9443.
As people of FAITH, we must remain vigilant and not give in to fear and panic. To help you, here's a word you can meditate from the Prophet Isaiah in Isaiah 41:8-13. Remember, “2020 is the Year of His Glory,” and we decree by faith that God’s glory will be seen in the Church and by a world that needs Christ.
As you know, the coronavirus pandemic has affected everyone around the globe. On Friday March 14, President Trump declared a national emergency and on Thursday, March 13 the Governor of Illinois announced a ban on all large gatherings of 1,000 people or more until May 1, 2020. These actions are being taken to stop the spread of the virus.
As people of FAITH, we must remain vigilant not to give in to fear and panic while also taking the necessary precautions to keep ourselves and our families safe. After consulting with other pastors, health experts and government officials, below are the actions and guidelines that Living Word Christian Center will be taking during the time.
Worship Services
First, our church doors will remain open for Sunday worship services. However, to comply with the government’s restriction on large gatherings, starting this Sunday, March 15, Living Word will be going to four services with a maximum number of attendees per service. Each service will last one and half hours. The new service times are:
7:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
Second, each service will be available via live stream at live.livingwd.org. During this time, we are encouraging people to join us online, especially those with a compromised immune system, have symptoms of a cold or viral infection, or have a respiratory illness such as asthma or bronchitis.
Third, the Chicago Public Schools has now restricted all outside organizations from using CPS facilities during this time. As a result, our Living Word Christian Center South location at Morgan Park High School will be closed until further notice. Our members who live on the South Side are encouraged to join us online.
Fourth, starting this Sunday, entry into the Main Sanctuary and Sanctuary East will be closely monitored. The Main Sanctuary will be limited to a maximum of 500 people. Sanctuary East will be limited to a maximum of 250 people.
Sanitation and Care of our Worship Center and Ministry Campus
LWCC premises will be rigorously cleaned and disinfected before and after every service following the procedures recommended by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). This includes bathrooms, classrooms, meeting rooms, and the baptism area. Additionally:
All hard surfaces (e.g., doorknobs, hand rails, counters, etc.) will be cleaned and sanitized before and after every service.
Additional hand sanitizing stations will be located throughout our worship areas and ministry campus.
All areas used by our children are sanitized before and after each use; therefore, we will continue to adhere to the safety regimen already established.
Cannanland Kidz 4 Christ Children’s Church
Children’s Church will only be open for the 9:00am and 11:00am services.
Only children ages 6 years old to 12 years old will be allowed to attend Children Church during this time.Children 5 years old and younger will not be permitted in Children Church (or the Main Sanctuary).
Any child with symptoms of a cold, flu, or other medical challenge should remain at home and watch the service online with their parents or caregiver.
There will be some modification to the usual procedures of Children Church; however, every child will receive God’s Word and will have a good time and safe time.
Children Church staff and volunteers will be making every effort to limit or reduce person-to-person contact between children.
Safety Guidelines for All Worshippers
To limit the possible spread of the virus, we are encouraging everyone to take the following precautions based on the latest CDC recommendations:
The following people should not travel or attend services on campus:
Anyone who has pneumonia or other respiratory illness such as asthma or bronchitis
Anyone with a compromised immune system
Anyone 60 years or older who is not in good health. These individuals have a higher risk of contracting the virus and a greater chance of complications if contracted.
Frequent hand washing.
Coughing into a disposable tissue or your sleeve (not your hand).
Avoid touching your face.
Refrain from handshakes. Instead, give a friendly nod or an elbow bump.
While in service, we urge you to follow the directions of our hospitality personnel and ushers regarding appropriate safety protocol.
As new updates are received, we will communicate them.
Veronica and I love you and pray for you every day. The well-being of our LWCC family and friends, spiritually and physically, is our top priority.
Be sure to meditate God’s promises to keep your faith strong during this time. Psalm 91 is a good place to start.
The Lord will keep you safe from secret traps and deadly diseases. He will spread his wings over you and keep you secure. His faithfulness is like a shield or a city wall. You won’t need to worry about dangers at night or arrows during the day. (Psalm 91: 3–5 CEV).
Blessings, Drs. Bill and Veronica Winston
For further safety recommendations, please visit the CDC website www.cdc.gov
AmazonSmile
You can now support Living Word Christian Center whenever you shop online with Amazon at smile.amazon.com
How does AmazonSmile work? Visit smile.Amazon.com and select a charitable organization to shop or browse the website. Each time you make a purchase the AmazonSmile Foundation* will donate 0.5% of the total price of eligible purchases to the ministry. Products must be marked “eligible for AmazonSmile donation.”
For your purchases to count towards your charity, you must make your purchases at smile.amazon.com. The AmazonSmile program is currently only available to U.S. Residents.
Thank you for supporting Living Word Christian Center!
*Note: The AmazonSmile Foundation is a 501(c)(3) private foundation created by Amazon to administer the AmazonSmile program. All donations generated by the AmazonSmile program are remitted to the Foundation, which then donates those amounts to the eligible charitable organizations selected by its customers.
